Cooper-Young Historic District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Justin Hunter
Photo by Justin Hunter
Photo by Justin Hunter
Photo by Justin Hunter
Photo by Regine Mercado
Photo by Regine Mercado
Photo by Rebecca Peters
Photo by Rebecca Peters

Popular places to visit

Graceland

Graceland

Study the exhibits at Graceland, a popular museum in Memphis. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Graceland
Beale Street which includes nightlife, signage and night scenes

Beale Street

Studded with major landmarks, famous works of architecture and countless live music venues, the “Home of Blues” is the best way to discover early 20th-century Memphis.

Beale Street
University of Memphis

University of Memphis

Explore the campus of University of Memphis as part of your travels around Memphis. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

University of Memphis
Memphis Zoo

Memphis Zoo

Why not visit the animals who call Memphis Zoo home during your holiday in Memphis? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

Memphis Zoo
National Civil Rights Museum

National Civil Rights Museum

You can browse the exhibits at National Civil Rights Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Memphis. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.

National Civil Rights Museum
Peabody Ducks

Peabody Ducks

Find out about the history of Memphis with a stop at Peabody Ducks. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Peabody Ducks

Activities

Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission

Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission

AU$581
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Nashville to Memphis Daytrip with Graceland VIP Tour and Sun Studio Admission
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland

Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland

AU$268
per adult
Memphis City Tour + Elvis Experience with entry to Graceland
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour

AU$59
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Memphis: City Discovery Bus Tour
Memphis True Crime Tour

Memphis True Crime Tour

AU$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Memphis True Crime Tour
Memphis Hop On and Hop Off Tour

Memphis Hop On and Hop Off Tour

AU$76
per adult
Memphis Hop On and Hop Off Tour
Memphis Discovery Tour National Civil Rights Museum Admission

Memphis Discovery Tour National Civil Rights Museum Admission

AU$116
per adult
Memphis Discovery Tour National Civil Rights Museum Admission
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Our pick of the best Cooper-Young Historic District Hotel Deals

Memphis Vitality Hotel

Memphis Vitality Hotel

4 out of 5
2625 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Memphis, TN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$185 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$185
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Dixon Gallery and Gardens and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (861 reviews)
Not Bad for the Price
"The check in process is all online which can be great if technology is cooperating. It wasn't the night we checked in, but the lady on duty was very nice and took care of completing the process and getting us to our room. There was only 1 working elevator and the hotel lobby smelled heavily of moth ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Memphis Vitality Hotel
Hu. Hotel

Hu. Hotel

3.5 out of 5
79 Madison Avenue, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$177 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$177
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,310 reviews)
"Good price for downtown area compared to other hotels on same strip. They also have one of the few Rooftop bars in downtown Memphis with a great view. Hotel rooms are quite with no interruption from others or outside noise."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Hu. Hotel
The Guest House at Graceland

The Guest House at Graceland

4 out of 5
3600 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$443 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$443
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,902 reviews)
"Staff were really helpful. Hotel offers an Elvis film shown every evening in the theatre, complimentary&J sandwiches offered at 9pm."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

The Guest House at Graceland
Big Cypress Lodge

Big Cypress Lodge

5 out of 5
1 Bass Pro Drive, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$414 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$414
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Memphis. Enjoy 2 restaurants, private hot tubs, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,572 reviews)
"I was charged more than my friend and our rooms were booked at the same time and rooms were identical. Why was I charged that much more. Very unhappy"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Big Cypress Lodge
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis

4 out of 5
33 BEALE STREET, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$257 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$257
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,308 reviews)
"Staff was very pleasant and accommodating to us. Nice experience! Valet was timely in retrieving our vehicles."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis East

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis East

2.5 out of 5
1770 Whitten Rd, Memphis, TN
The price is AU$169 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$169
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Memphis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Wolfchase Galleria and Bellevue Baptist Church are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (370 reviews)
"We liked our stay very much. The only complaint I had was the room felt humid, like it wasn't very well insulated. Otherwise, it was great."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Memphis East
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Other neighbourhoods around Cooper-Young Historic District

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Central Gardens

Though Central Gardens may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Minglewood Hall and Overton Square.

Central Gardens
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Midtown

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Theatres, live music and museums are some highlights of Midtown. Make a stop by Minglewood Hall or Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church while you're exploring.

Midtown
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Medical District

While visiting Medical District, you might make a stop by sights like Sun Studio and Hunt-Phelan Home.

Medical District
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University District

You'll enjoy the coffee shops and gardens in University District. You might want to make time for a stop at Memphis Museum of Science & History or Galloway Golf Course.

University District
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New Pathways

If you're spending some time in New Pathways, Sun Studio and FedExForum are top sights worth seeing.

New Pathways
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South Memphis

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in South Memphis. You might want to make time for a stop at Mason Temple or Stax Museum of American Soul Music.

South Memphis

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